Golfers' Choice 2021: Top 25 Course Layouts

Erin, Wisc.
What they're saying: "This course is majestic. it is my favorite non-links course I have ever played along with Bandon Trails." - hogan555

Merry Hill, N.C.
What they're saying: "Very beautiful views throughout course. Greens in great shape and they run true. Beautiful country, great course." - robertpeoples

Indianapolis, Ind.
What they're saying: "Played here for the last 20 years and it never disappoints. 5 stars!!" - JupiterIslandGolf

Kinder, La.
What they're saying: "Very challenging at 7,600 (yards) from the tips. Beautiful course. Serene, and peaceful. Amazing layout, and I would definitely play again." - amartin44

Burkesville, Ky.
What they're saying: "Get yourself to this course and I guarantee you will be back. We drive 150 miles whenever we can just to play it. It’s Augusta in Kentucky." - ernieboy

Blythewood, S.C.
What they're saying: "This is a absolute must for golfers. With spacious views, blind shots, island greens, and mind-bending shot choices, P.B Dye has his father's footprints all over these 27 challenging holes." - Benji929

Laconia, Ind.
What they're saying: "I absolutely loved the course.There is NONE better for the price." - jamrobin05

Waterloo, Ill.
What they're saying: "Annbriar never fails to satisfy. All around my favorite public course in the St. Louis area." - tomkrapu

Beach Park, Ill.
What they're saying: "You can never go wrong choosing to golf at this course. From start to finish it’s hands down the best golf course in Lake County. It’s extremely well taken care of, and provides a private club feel despite being a public course." - Anonymous

Silvis, Ill.
What they're saying: "This was one of the best courses I have played. In a time of turmoil it's nice to be able to enjoy the little things. Watching an actual deer on its namesake made me appreciate life." - Sasquatcho

What they're saying: "Had a great caddy in David, and being first out, and alone, the round moved very quickly. It is much tighter than Shadow, and of course not as long, but the Fazio design is very well done." - woorace

Green Lake, Wisc.
What they're saying: "I played here for the first time and was blown away. Best course I have ever played. I already want to take the 6 hour drive one way just to play again." - Villikin

Carmel, Calif.
What they're saying: "Great design, lush and forgiving conditions, wide fairways, beautiful." - btm007

Mountain Top, Pa.
What they're saying: "This course is great..elevation changes, tee boxes with natural landscape in views, challenging, fast greens. It has everything. The timing of nice weather in early October presents fall foliage views that are difficult to match on a golf course." - mjm5421

Peoria, Ariz.
What they're saying: "It was as challenging as everyone said it would be, but what a great experience playing the course. I will definitely play Quintero again" - Scott0803

Southwick, Mass.
What they're saying: "Great staff, course is a unique layout that tests your creativity." - Crunched

Kiawah Island, S.C.
What they're saying: "Played the beautiful Ocean Course on a brilliant Monday morning. The golf course is extremely hard but fair. Good shots are rewarded and there is room for a little off-line shots as well. Greg our caddie was awesome and kept me out of trouble." - balderman

Hartford, Wisc.
What they're saying: "Played this course for the first time and was thrilled at the conditions and layout of the course." - jakerybakowicz

Providence Forge, Va.
What they're saying: "I can’t imagine there’s many better golf courses in the US. The scale of the course is incredible. Not a lazy hole or piece of terrain on the property. Challenging yet fair and playable. But really it’s just a work of art." - cpotter03

Las Vegas, Nev.
What they're saying: "The Snow Mountian course is a true gem. The course is located in the middle of the desert. It is truly a desert oasis. The tee boxes, fairways, and greens are well-manicured. The course is challenging, but the layout and beauty of the course lessen the sting of the challenge." - GolfClub1

Shepherdsville, Ky.
What they're saying: "My foursome really enjoyed the course. Some tough pins but overall an incredible experience. 2 players first time playing HH. Very complementary of the layout and quality!" - MichaelMarks

Sylacauga, Ala.
What they're saying: "Farm Links has been on my bucket list for a couple years and really enjoyed my round there. Everything was top notch and well worth the greens fees." - Paul1901947

Aloha, Ore.
What they're saying: "Fun to play and some greens are challenging with great quality. Even the white sand bunkers are in the best quality not like the dirt bunkers in other courses." - Shilunwang

Lake Jackson, Texas
What they're saying: "I was pleasantly surprised with the layout. Course was challenging from the back tees with long par 4’s and reachable par 5’s" - robbie78738

Lebanon, Ind.
What they're saying: "What a great design of a course. Challenging greens every hole. Not a vanilla course. Great fall views. Nice fairways and tee boxes. Highly recommend." - PuttWithaWedge